Breaking: Kara DioGuardi is leaving 'American Idol' after 2 seasons
Randy Jackson is currently the only remaining 'Idol' judge from last year
Kara DioGuardi is leaving "American Idol" after only two seasons.
Confirming weeks of rumors, FOX announced this afternoon that Kara DioGuardi is leaving 'American Idol' after only 2 seasons. The songwriter and A&R executive joined the program in 2008. She was previously best known for writing hit songs for Christina Aguilera and Britney Spears,
In a statement released by FOX, DioGuardi said, “I felt like I won the lottery when I joined 'American Idol' two years ago, but I feel like now is the best time to leave 'Idol.' I am very proud to have been associated with [the show] – it has truly been an amazing experience. I am grateful to FOX, FremantleMedia and 19 Entertainment, as well as the cast, crew and contestants, for all they have given to me. I look forward to my next challenge, and want to thank everyone who has supported me. All the best to everyone on Season 10!”
“Kara is one of the world’s best songwriters,” Fuller said. “She has been passionate and committed to 'Idol' over the last two seasons. I will miss having her on the show, but I look forward to working with her in music for many years to come.”
With DioGuardi's departure, only Randy Jackson is left from last season's quartet of judges. Simon Cowell announced his move to "X-Factor" in January of 2009 and Ellen DeGeneres left on her own accord earlier this summer.
Rumored replacements include Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez and Elton John.
Look for analysis and more from this continuing story as it develops on HitFix.
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September 4, 2010 at 10:16AM EST Reply to CommentIt's nice of FOX to let Kara save face from getting fired but letting it seem like it was her decision to leave.
September 4, 2010 at 2:54PM EST Reply to CommentKara and Simon were the only two judges that had genuine critiques and good advice for the contestants. They didn't sugarcoat to save feelings or let themselves be silenced. I like Kara as a judge. Randy was once good but he is out of touch with today's music and I still don't know what Ellen was supposed to contribute to the show (though I still love her).
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September 4, 2010 at 3:16PM EST Reply to CommentThis announcement has as much spin and us as void of integrity as her "critiques" as judge. When she wasn't mouthing the producer's story line, she was all about showcasing herself. The contestants were just props to her and I'm glad she's gone.